Question

8th period - english
selection test: letter from birmingham jail
first read: concept vocabulary
identify the choice that best answers the question.
which of the following situations best illustrates the meaning of yearning?
a the celebration of an achievement that represents long and patient effort
b a longing for spring - time while in the depths of an icy winter
c an increase in speed by a runner after she checks the time
d a return to work after taking a lunch break

Explanation:

The word "yearning" means a strong feeling of longing or desire. Option B describes a longing for springtime during a cold winter, which best captures the meaning of yearning. Options A, C, and D do not convey a sense of longing.

Answer:

B. a longing for springtime while in the depths of an icy winter